Recommendation

Was great, would chose this hotel again. The view over theBosphoros was breathtaking. Friendly staff. Because of the view in the room had breakfast in the room. Very pleasant service of the breakfast. read hotel review

The rooms are simply and beautifully furnished, nothing is missing, free WiFi as well.

Gastronomy

6.0

Great kitchen that offers everything you could desire.

Service

6.0

Great hotel with very good service, employees are very nice and accommodating.

Sport & Leisure

6.0

Great fitness and sauna room.

Hotel

6.0

Great 5 star hotel directly in Istanbul / Besiktas, you cannot live more centrally.

Location

6.0

Hotel is about a 30 minute drive from the Atatürk Istanbul airport.
Once you are at the hotel, you have a very central location in Istanbul (5 minutes from the Taksim Square), 5 minutes in the other direction (Bebek, Ortaköy)

We had a very nice stay in the Swissotel The Bosphorus and can recommend the hotel without any reservations. All members of staff were very friendly and hospitable. We will definitely be coming again – thank you! read hotel review

excellent hotel with superb spa; good value for money and fantastic views; staff are very efficient and friendly; check in and out easy and quick; nice area and good access to shopping and airport read hotel review

Having been ther before (like 7 years-or-so ago) I `knew` what to expect - that´s why I returned. But I was quite suprized about the renovation of Gym- and pool area: simply superb. The entire pool/gym area: hardly seen any better (cleaner, better-desigend) in several years. The vievw from the rooms are superb, the restaurant is good, but location is not that `ideal` (nothing much in the vincinity (i.e. no shops, no pubs, no restaurants, and limited publöic transport). But if you are fit on foot, 20-30 minutes bring you to where you would want to be in Istanbul ... ( Taksim; Besiktas; or other places of interest). Great, geat garden (in fact ist not a garden - its a veritbale park with jogging trails, and lots of serenity).read hotel review

Archived reviews

These are not counted into the current average review rating, as the journey took place more than 25 months ago, or the hotel has completely changed.

Stefan

A top class hotel with excellent service archived

4.9 / 6

Recommended hotel

Singles

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Business trip

November 2012

This hotel deserves its 5 * without 'ifs and buts'. It is already getting old and at the one or another body lacks color or the furnishing is no more 'up to date'. But everything is clean and of good quality. The service and the kindness of the staff is really perfect.
Would definitely again check-in there. read hotel review

A hotel, that in its size never a feeling the mass processing leaves. There were daily conventions, nevertheless the staff is trimmed on personal friendly care. Excellent the 5 o'clock tea in the lobby, the breakfast buffet and the restaurant at all. The zimmerelektronik on a panel was not ideal, because susceptible to breakdown, but the services was immediately on the spot. For tourists we have the shuttle bus to the center missed, as well as somewhat more detailed information, for example to istanbulcard. Ideal would be, you could this in the hotel relate. The information, that the translation nearby ... is suggests, that the concierge never there walking. Furthermore is the consultation rather a fortune, if you just returned on duty. A concept did not recognize. Surprising with the wonderful panoramaliftfahrt and never seen, but when especially good experienced detail, -the einmalgebrauchs -toilet brush. Last but not least to mention the best empfangsconciere, the for us set in has, when the private airport shuttle left.read hotel review

Excellent hotel in Istanbul. Was not free as world leading luxury hotel excellent. Had a premier corner room in the east wing, the highest floor, with a view of the park - a riesenhaftes pleasure. The perfection is in the detail.
Breakfast really good, staff also. Just very recommendable. read hotel review

The Swissotel the bosphorus is on a hill on the european side of Istanbul. Of many rooms, but also from the restaurant, the lounge and bar with a fantastic view over the bosphorus and the bosphorus bridge. Particularly in the evening it was lovely from there over the hills and roofs of Istanbul view, so that one very good visitors can-or even as a visitor there. The hotel itself is blocked, but in the immediate area raves the life of Istanbul with very much traffic and congestion. For example, st Sofia there are circa 5 kilometer, for which you can ... take a taxi but it was sometimes an hour. The besiktas soccer stadium Istanbul is about 1 kilometer away from the hotel.read hotel review

Hotel staff is efficient, very friendly and helpful. The concierge's recommendations on best hamman in town were spot on, similar to his restaurant tips. The hotel was full during our stay, but the ambiance and service levels did not deteriorate at all. Bordered on the river, the views are spectacular. We will definitely stay here again on a next visit. read hotel review

The hotel overwhelmed already when entering the lobby with a fabulous view of the Bosphorus. Large entrance hall with large glass and inviting places to sit. Large and bright rooms with all comfort a 5 star hotel. You can even pillows after choice delivered to your room. The swissotel is one of the ' leading hotels of the world' belong and it is accordingly also at. Only one negative and already often mentions is the location. To next tram stop is good and happy 15 minutes on foot, and the footpath the Taksim is not less, but this by ugly ... Suburbs and bad passierbare pavements leads. Also one finds in the immediate vicinity no options for shopping. Despite all a recommendable hotel!read hotel review

The hotel seemed from the outside only once nothing special impressive modern or. In the hotel will you then however a better informeth. The meeting rooms, as well as the dining rooms and rooms are very nice, clean and modern. There was a lot of value on friendliness put, the staff are very attentive.
I would the hotel immediately recommend. read hotel review

great hotel experience. Can only be recommended. Great service, spa, and breakfast. Despite Western chain (swissotel) local facilities and service. Location wonderful, old town and some of the most important quarter within walking distance. read hotel review

This hotel, with a magnificent view of the Bosphorus, offers everything you need for a clean stay. You could enjoy wonderful. The hotel is located on a steep slope, consists of an East and West tower with 16 floors. At the top of the West tower is a bar with a fantastic view of the city and the Bosphorus. Otherwise, the hotel is 600 beds, due to its hillside location somewhat confusing: our room was in the 5 ten floor three floors above the pool but one floor below the lobby. Although it was a Swiss hotel, the staff spoke ... almost exclusively in English, which is often difficult Asia sturdy staff to understand. A problem in the rooms available at the desk. Whenever you turned the air conditioning down, the light shone on, which was a bit annoying was. The double bed had only one, although large, down duvet. All in all, seemed like the hotel manager and ancient for participants to be suitable.read hotel review

5 star bunker something out of the way from Taksim. Room perfect with all the amenities, very large bathroom, had room with view on the garden, also beautiful location has not so I. well fallen since you always with the taxi must. Reception and front desk very friendly and tried very hard. read hotel review

We spent three wonderful days at the swissotel in Istanbul. The staff is very friendly and tried hard. Without, that we had done it before (Executive business rooms booked last minute on booking. com), could we the fantastic with view over the Bosphorus, the lounge. There was a breakfast and all day snacks and drinks. Since we have, of course, to explore the City wanted we had only used this privilege in the evening-a wonderful retreat after a busy day. We also found to lack of time unfortunately no opportunity, the great Spa and the beautiful outdoor swimming pool. Maybe ... next time. The rooms were very spacious and with a unique view (on the Windows a divan-lovely!) on the Bosphorus and hagia Sofia. The only drawback was the US after three days no consistent decline central operation of the light and the air conditioning. (We were but very detail, perhaps we were not very receptive upon arrival at three o'clock in the morning. But at least the bedside lamp should be switched on separately from each bed.
The concierge desk in the business lounge provide us with great tips about the city and advised us, after a small walk to convience tram river in the old town. We would definitely recommend this for a bit real Istanbul to socialise and given the infinity traffic jams, from the hotel prima watch.read hotel review

The hotel is one of the "Leading Hotels of the World", is not necessarily very appealing from the outside, but inside it is a highlight! The very large lobby with panoramic views of the Bosphorus is great. Everything top clean and neat, staff very friendly and helpful. Safety is the guiding principle, for example, every car that drives onto the courtyard, is illuminated from underneath.
Internet costs 19 euros per day - far too expensive! read hotel review

Room

5.0

The rooms are spacious with great views through a huge window in front of which is a chaise-longe. They are also very clean, but as mentioned in some other reviews, a little worn.

Gastronomy

6.0

There are several restaurants in the hotel, which we have not visited. In the lobby a delicious patisserie buffet with tea and coffee and live music on Satursdays and Sundays. In addition to this, the views of the Bosphorus - a dream!
Next to the hotel entrance is an in-house patisserie with Swiss sweets.
Breakfast is also very great - everything your heart desires and you still do not get bored after one week.

Service

6.0

The staff are really friendly and helpful, speak Turkish and English..
The room was always cleaned during the time when we were at breakfast. In the evening the beds were uncovered, you got the hotel's own "newspaper" for the next day and a Turkish bedtime sweet.

Sport & Leisure

6.0

The spa area is absolutely AMAZING and if you do not visit it, you really miss out, in my opinion! It is actually independent from the hotel and is called "Amrita Spa and Wellness" and is among the best in all of Istanbul. For hotel guests absolutely free of charge (except massages and personal training).
There is an indoor pool, a jacuzzi and several gyms, which are mixed for women and men. The actual spa is gender separated. Both have a hammam (Turkish bath), a bio sauna, a normal sauna and a steam room. Plus several tropical showers with light effects and a relaxation room where you relax on water beds under a starry sky. You can drink mint water, read and listen to music on headphones. There are also foot baths, hot and cold. In each cabinet are slippers, bathrobes and towels, as well as a bag for wet bathing clothes. The staff here are also very friendly, helpful and attentive.
If you've been here once, you'll come back every day! Total relaxation!

Hotel

5.0

The hotel is one of the "Leading Hotels of the World", is not necessarily very appealing from the outside, but inside it is a highlight! The very large lobby with panoramic views of the Bosphorus is great. Everything top clean and neat, staff very friendly and helpful. Safety is the guiding principle, for example, every car that drives onto the courtyard, is illuminated from underneath.
Internet costs 19 euros per day - far too expensive!

Location

5.0

The hotel is exceptionally located. You can reach all sights by taxi and totally fast (unless there is a traffic jam - rush hour).
In about a 5 to 10-mins walk (uphill from the hotel) you're in Nisantasi (by taxi 4 TL), an absolutely exquisite and very, very nice neighbourhood. There are both noble shops (Prada, Chanel, Hermes, etc.), and chic cafes, bars and restaurants. Worth a visit!! It is really super nice!

A wonderful hotel in the heart of in Istanbul close to the ferries over the Bosphorus. To all attractions either by taxi, the wait in front of the hotel or a walk toward the sea to enter, directly past the stadium Beşiktaş Istanbul and mounts a ferry, or a public transport. Peaceful location with a beautiful pool area, but the every need is met. This is the perfect blend of culture and relaxation. It awaits you: super friendly staff; an amazing roof terrace with a beautiful view over the Bosphorus, with restaurant and bar; a poolside restaurant with garden, clean ... and lovingly well maintained rooms as well.read hotel review

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